Senior Information Technology Project Manager

LHH is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead complex, enterprise-wide technology initiatives for a confidential client in the life sciences industry. This role will be responsible for driving strategic technology programs with a strong focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI) implementation, digital transformation, and organizational readiness.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of enterprise IT projects focused on AI, automation, digital transformation, and business process optimization
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, risks, dependencies, and resource planning across cross-functional teams
• Partner with business leaders, technology teams, vendors, and executive stakeholders to align project objectives with strategic business goals
• Drive end-to-end AI implementation initiatives, including solution deployment, user adoption, governance, and operational readiness
• Develop and execute Organizational Change Management strategies that support successful technology adoption and minimize business disruption
• Create and maintain project plans, status reports, executive dashboards, communications plans, and steering committee presentations
• Facilitate requirements gathering, business process analysis, and stakeholder workshops
• Identify and mitigate project risks while proactively addressing issues and roadblocks
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, quality, and validation requirements common within life sciences environments
• Track project performance metrics and continuously improve project delivery methodologies

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or a related field. In lieu of degree, experience will be considered
• 7+ years of experience managing complex IT projects within medium to large organizations
• Demonstrated experience leading AI implementation projects, including generative AI, machine learning, automation, intelligent process automation, or related technologies
• Prior experience working in the life sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, or healthcare technology sectors is required
• Strong background in Organizational Change Management (OCM), including stakeholder engagement, communications, training, and adoption strategies
• Experience utilizing project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid frameworks
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience managing multiple concurrent initiatives in fast-paced, highly regulated environments
• PMP, Agile, Scrum Master, Prosci, or related certifications
• Experience supporting GxP, FDA-regulated, clinical, quality, R&D, manufacturing, or commercial technology initiatives
• Knowledge of enterprise platforms such as Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Copilot, Salesforce, SAP, Veeva, ServiceNow, or similar solutions
• Experience establishing AI governance, compliance, and responsible AI practices
• Master's degree in a related field